Is MOM Elected or appointed?

[sarah28962000]

No: HPFGUIDX 35263

I just thought I'd ask what everyone's opinion is on this as it 
doesnt seem to be mentioned in the books, maybe because from a kids 
point of view it wouldn't be a big question, but how is the Minister 
of Magic chosen?  Do wizards vote for him? Does anyone know how the 
other Ministers of this and that in the British government are 
chosen, does the Prime Minister pick them like the American Cabinet?  
In that case, can Wizards vote for the Prime Minister? Are they 
represented (secretly) in Parliment? 

How about paying taxes?  Military service?  

Sarah (who obviously has too much free time)